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The report is based on an analysis of affidavits of 229 out of 233 Rajya Sabha MPs, including 37 recently elected members, with one seat from Jharkhand vacant and affidavits of three MPs unavailable

A political storm is brewing in Bihar's Mahagathbandhan. Four opposition MLAs missed crucial Rajya Sabha voting, handing a win to the ruling NDA. The Congress has issued notices to its absent members. Disagreements over candidate choice and party respect are cited. Other alliance partners are urging unity and action against such lapses.

By not opposing him in RS poll, BJP sought to make a goodwill gesture to the patriarch of Maharashtra politics; it may also view NCP (SP)'s eight LS MPs as a "reserve" force which might come in handy if push ever comes to shove.

A senior JD(U) minister has dismissed speculation that Nitish Kumar has named Samrat Choudhary as his successor, asserting that media reports are misinterpreting routine remarks. Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is expected to step down soon to enter the Rajya Sabha.

PATNA: Bihar minister Vijay Kumar Chaudhary rejected suggestions that Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, who is expected to step down soon to enter the Rajya Sabha, h

Party may look for new working president amid speculation over Sanjay Jha's Rajya Sabha role.

NEW DELHI: Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha, Mallikarjun Kharge, on Wednesday called for longer parliamentary sessions, greater cooperation between t

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